Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lessenger Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lessenger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lessenger Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lessenger Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lessenger Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lessenger Elementary School's ranking?
Lessenger Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lessenger Elementary School often compared to?
Lessenger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmonson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Lessenger Elementary School?
255 students attend Lessenger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lessenger Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lessenger Elementary School?
Lessenger Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lessenger Elementary School offer ?
Lessenger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lessenger Elementary School part of?
Lessenger Elementary School is part of Lamphere Public Schools School District.
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